Elisabeth Maria Utler passed away peacefully on February 21, 2014 at the age of 73. Born in Germany on October 21, 1940 to Bruno and Elisabeth Neudenberger, she spent the last 55 years in the Bay Area, most recently residing in Walnut Creek. She was preceded in death by her parents and by her husband, Arne Utler. She was a loving and caring Mutti, Mother-in-law, and Oma. She is survived by her children, Ralph (Laura), Eric (Melanie), Bob (Jennifer), Susan and 13 grandchildren. She also leaves behind many brothers and sisters and their families in Germany.

Services will be held on March 8 at 10 a.m. at Christ The King in Pleasant Hill. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to MPN Research Foundation, 180 N. Michigan Ave., Ste. 1870, Chicago IL, 60601 or Mpnresearch.org